MEEXTFU021 - Serial number: maintain batch for batch management requirement

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MEEXTFU - MMPUR Messages Re Enhanced Functions

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Serial number: maintain batch for batch management requirement

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MEEXTFU021 - Serial number: maintain batch for batch management requirement ?

  The SAP error message MEEXTFU021 indicates that there is a requirement to maintain a batch for a material that is managed in batch management. This error typically arises when you are trying to perform a transaction that requires a batch number, but the system cannot find a valid batch for the specified material.
  Cause:
  
  Batch Management Not Activated: The material in question may not have batch management activated in its material master data.
  Missing Batch: There may not be any batches created for the material in the specified plant/storage location.
  Incorrect Batch Determination: The system may not be able to determine a suitable batch due to incorrect settings or missing data.
  Batch Status: The batch may be in a status that does not allow it to be used (e.g., blocked, expired).
  Transaction Type: The transaction you are trying to perform may require a batch number, but it is not being provided.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Material Master:
  
  Go to the material master (transaction code MM03) and check if batch management is activated for the material.
  Ensure that the material is set up for batch management in the relevant views (e.g., Basic Data, Plant Data/Storage).
  
  
  
  Create Batches:
  
  If no batches exist, create a batch for the material using transaction code MSC1N (Create Batch).
  Ensure that the batch is created in the correct plant and storage location.
  
  
  
  Batch Status:
  
  Check the status of existing batches using transaction code MSC3N (Display Batch) to ensure they are not blocked or expired.
  
  
  
  Batch Determination Settings:
  
  Review the batch determination settings in the configuration (transaction code SPRO) to ensure they are correctly set up for the material and the transaction type you are using.
  
  
  
  Provide Batch Number:
  
  If the transaction allows, manually enter a valid batch number when prompted.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configurations related to batch management.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Batch Management: This is a feature in SAP that allows for tracking and managing materials in batches, which is essential for industries where traceability is critical (e.g., pharmaceuticals, food and beverage).
  Transaction Codes:
  
  MM03: Display Material Master
  MSC1N: Create Batch
  MSC3N: Display Batch
  SPRO: Customizing (Configuration) settings
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to batch management and the error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team for further investigation.